That's actually bad news for Noel since that is a competitor next summer for your money.

I can honestly see the possibility of Noel going for 16-12-2.5 and signing a max contract with the Suns this summer, only to be injured and only average 4-6-1 next year for them while we grab Len for 10-13 and have him average 16-11-1.8

The first of those rules is being labeled as the "Harden Rule" -- unofficially named after Houston Rockets All-Star James Harden -- which will attempt to limit players from collecting cheap shooting fouls. This rule is essentially an extension of the rip-through move that was recently instituted, and is being termed as the "Harden Rule" for Harden's knack of drawing cheap contact and earning free throws by leaping into would-be defenders.

1) KD consistently shows how mentally weak he is and how much he second-guesses himself. He seriously need to get on Twitter under fake handles to argue with trolls because he needs validation that badly? What a clown.

2) I'm SO f'in sick of the narrative KD's sponsors (Nike, mainly) are trying to create that he's some insanely tough basketball player who withstood so much adversity to win Finals MVP. No, just no. He's a great player who joined the winningest team of all time so he could coast to championship after championship. He doesn't bear any sort of burden in GS except the criticism associated with his move. He validates the criticism by being a pu$$y who argues with Twitter trolls.

3) Tim Cato... they said investigative journalism was dead. Someone put him on the Russia collusion story.

@CJMcCollum: Kanter released a statement about his love for OKC and the organization ... 4 days later he got traded. Stay woke, it's a business.

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in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra

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“It’s the Dirk Nowitzki effect on their offense. As a defense, you absolutely overreact to every situation he’s
in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra

I think Melo does pretty well in OKC. He has shown in All Star games and the Olympics that when he has talent around him he is willing to share the ball. His defense stinks, but I think he will be a little more motivated on OKC. Considering what OKC gave up to get him I think it was a good move. Still won't put them past GS, but they certainly improved.

Carmelo wouldve been perfect fit for Portland. Wouldve been efficiently used because Lillard and CJ are undersized, struggle on defense, and need a solid forward scorer. And I do not like Melo at all.

OKC seems like overkill having Paul George and Melo. I dont see this ending well because none of the three are bona fide leaders. Theyve been the stars on their own teams, but I see this being a 1st round fizzle in the playoffs at best.

@MarcJSpearsESPN: NBA free agent center Tiago Splitter is attending Warriors practice today. He said he has an injured hip & is considering a coaching career.

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“It’s the Dirk Nowitzki effect on their offense. As a defense, you absolutely overreact to every situation he’s
in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra

I may be in the minority but I actually think a WB - Roberson - George - Melo - Adams lineup could do some real damage once (albeit, if) they mesh. Enough to beat the Warriors? Probably not, the Warriors are a well-built all-around team. But, probably enough to take out the Rockets and Spurs.

I may be in the minority but I actually think a WB - Roberson - George - Melo - Adams lineup could do some real damage once (albeit, if) they mesh. Enough to beat the Warriors? Probably not, the Warriors are a well-built all-around team. But, probably enough to take out the Rockets and Spurs.

I agree with you. I think he fits OKC better than he would the Rockettes. Kinda sad he's not a Rockette

I agree with you. I think he fits OKC better than he would the Rockettes. Kinda sad he's not a Rockette

Same problem in OKC as Houston though -- too many mouths to feed, only one cock.

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“It’s the Dirk Nowitzki effect on their offense. As a defense, you absolutely overreact to every situation he’s
in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra

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“It’s the Dirk Nowitzki effect on their offense. As a defense, you absolutely overreact to every situation he’s
in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra

@ShamsCharania: Restricted free agent Nikola Mirotic has agreed to a two-year, $27M deal to return to Chicago, league sources tell The Vertical.

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in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra

@KCJHoop: The Bulls and Dwyane Wade have reached agreement on a buyout, per sources.

@wojespn: Sources: Cleveland, San Antonio and Miami are leaders for Dwyane Wade post-Bulls buyout. OKC could become factor too.

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in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra

I don't see SA offering him anything. He doesn't fit with their culture.
Miami is possible just because he could go back home and coast on a bad/bottom playoff eastern team with a ton of fans still.
Cleveland is the most likely. The downside is that he gets labeled as chasing a ring and riding Lebron's coattails. But a Wade vs Curry final would certainly be entertaining I have to admit.

@wojespn: Dwyane Wade is nearing a commitment to sign with Cleveland and could finalize decision as soon as Wednesday, league sources tell ESPN.

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“It’s the Dirk Nowitzki effect on their offense. As a defense, you absolutely overreact to every situation he’s
in -- or even that he’s not in -- and then you lose all sight of your team defensive rules." --Erik Spoelstra